Ophthalmic Assistant/UKHC Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Ophthalmic Assistant/UKHC Requisition Number RE55897 Working Title Ophthalmic Assistant/UKHC - Manchester Department Name MG100: Physician Based Clinics Work Location Manchester, KY Grade Level 06 Salary Range $18.18-24.82/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education HS Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience No experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements long periods of sitting/standing and computer use Shift Days, 8:00 am-5:00 pm, Monday-Friday, and other days and hours as needed. Job Summary This position is located in Manchester, KY. The Ophthalmic Assistant performs various functions and procedures related to the delivery of care to ambulatory patient populations. The Ophthalmic Assistant is involved in direct patient care for both preventive and specialty eye care. The Ophthalmic Assistant will draw upon their training and experience to preform optimal testing techniques under the supervision of a provider. The Ophthalmic Assistant supports providers to ensure that they can focus on their patients and run their offices efficiently.

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/ Abilities none Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience none Deadline to Apply 10/01/2026 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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• Describe your experience in a position that required constant attention to detail and accuracy. (Open Ended Question)
• Please indicate the number of years of paid work experience you have in an ophthalmology clinic setting. None More than 0, up through 1 year More than 1 year, up through 3 years More than 3 years, up through 5 years More than 5 years
• Please indicate your years of paid employment experience working in customer service in a medical setting. None More than 0, up through 1 year More than 1 year, up through 3 years More than 3 years, up through 5 years More than 5 years
• Are you aware that this position is located in Manchester, KY?

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